The tariff classification of a 100% polyester dyed weft knit fabric of loop pile construction from China

NY I89368 December 27, 2002 CLA-2-60:RR:NC:TA:352 I89368 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 6001.22.0000 Ms. Carol Mossa Augusta Sportswear P.O. Box 14939 Augusta, Georgia 30919-0939 RE: The tariff classification of a 100% polyester dyed weft knit fabric of loop pile construction from China Dear Ms. Mossa: In your letter dated December 12, 2002 you requested a classification ruling. The submitted sample, designated as “100% Knitted Polyester Fleece”, style #007060, is a dyed weft knit fabric of loop pile construction. It is composed of 100% polyester and features a heavily brushed fibrous surface on both sides of the fabric. Weighing 240 g/m2, this product will be imported in 152 centimeter widths. The applicable subheading for the knit fleece loop pile fabric will be 6001.22.0000, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), which provides for pile fabrics, including “long pile” fabrics and terry fabrics, knitted or crocheted, loop pile fabrics, of man-made fibers. The duty rate will be 17.7 percent ad valorem in 2002 and 17.4 percent ad valorem in 2003. This knit fabric falls within textile category designation 224. Based upon international textile trade agreements products of China are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa. The designated textile and apparel categories and their quota and visa status are the result of international agreements that are subject to frequent renegotiations and changes. To obtain the most current information, we suggest that you check, close to the time of shipment, the U.S. Customs Service Textile Status Report, an internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available at the Customs Web site at www.customs.gov. In addition, the designated textile and apparel categories may be subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected and should also be verified at the time of shipment. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Alan Tytelman at 646-733-3045. Sincerely, Robert B. Swierupski Director, National Commodity Specialist Division